Net Zero Scotland

Climate Action Secretary @GillianMSP visited Brussels this week to chair the annual @climategroup #Under2Coalition European Ministerial meeting. She met with members to discuss the role of nations and regions in shaping international progress on climate action.

👏Work at our Afton Reservoir, in East Ayrshire, has restored over 500 hectares of peatland, and completed ahead of schedule, helping to protect water quality and cut carbon. 🥳 More info here: scottishwater.co.uk/About-Us/News-… @GillianMSP #peatland #environment #Scotland #water

More than 14,000 hectares of degraded peatlands have been restored across Scotland in the last year helping to restore biodiversity. @ScotGov has pledged £250 million to support the restoration of 250,000 hectares of peatlands by 2030. ➡ gov.scot/news/record-le…

Scotland was the first nation to commit funds to climate justice. Opening @scotgov Climate Justice event, Climate Action Secretary @GillianMSP highlighted how learning from others was key delivering inclusive, community-led projects to tackle and adapt to climate change.

A pilot to support oil and gas workers in the North East has launched. The Oil and Gas Transition Training Fund will enable successful applicants to access careers advice and funding for training to move into sustainable energy sectors. Find out more: gov.scot/news/pilot-to-…

Latest @ONS estimates show Scotland had greater growth in low carbon and renewable energy jobs (FTE) than the UK as a whole. Our Green Industrial Strategy sets out how we are supporting the sector to flourish. ➡️ gov.scot/publications/g…

Deploying heat networks can help make our homes more efficient, warmer and more affordable. Housing Secretary @MairiMcAllan visited Brandon Street in Motherwell with @nlcpeople, where a ground-sourced heat network provides low carbon heat and hot water to 48 social homes.

Practically all of Scotland at ‘extreme’ risk of wildfires warns @fire_scot as temps set to soar past 30C this weekend. firescotland.gov.uk/news/extreme-r…

Our draft Environment Strategy sets out the opportunities for Scotland’s economy and communities as a result of: - restoring and regenerating nature - cutting levels of pollution and waste - supporting national net zero targets More: ow.ly/Ckw750WkvsH

Tackling the climate crisis is our key priority, and we've made progress in reducing emissions. As we work to reach net zero by 2045, we're: 🔵boosting investment in renewable energy 🔵creating new jobs 🔵building a greener, more prosperous Scotland ➡ gov.scot/news/new-clima…

Up next at Global Offshore Wind 2025 we had another keynote session from @GillianMSP, @ScotGovEnergy Minister for Climate Action and Energy 🌍 Gillian announced a new public consultation on increasing Scotland's offshore wind target from 8-11GW by 2030 to 40GW by 2040, adding…

Views are being sought on an increased offshore wind ambition for Scotland. This in recognition of the fact that Scotland is at the forefront of development globally. Have your say consult.gov.scot/offshore-wind-…

The Grangemouth Industrial Just Transition Plan, published today, sets out 21 actions to put Grangemouth at the forefront of green energy whilst benefiting the local community and highly skilled workforce. Find out more ➡️ gov.scot/news/securing-…

Updating @ScotParl on Scotland’s greenhouse gas emissions for 2023 yesterday, Acting Climate Action Minister @AlasdairAllan reaffirmed the government’s commitment to net zero by 2045 in a way which was fair for everyone.

"We need to know what areas are being switched off and when." Climate Minister Dr @AlasdairAllan heard from advisers at @AdviceDotScot who've been taking calls from people concerned about their Radio Teleswitch Service meters being switched off before they have a replacement.

Scotland is more than halfway to net zero. Our emissions are down 51.3% from 1990. This is the biggest cut in emissions of any nation in the UK. It highlights the positive actions we have taken to reach net zero by 2045. bit.ly/3TeqCOO

The Project Willow study has identified nine credible industrial options for the Grangemouth refinery site to help secure its long-term and sustainable future. Proposals are being reviewed by an investment taskforce led by Scottish Enterprise. More: sdi.co.uk/invest-in-scot…

A ban on the sale and supply of single-use vapes is now in place in Scotland and across the UK. The ban will help: 🔵 reduce waste 🔵 protect our environment 🔵 create a cleaner, greener future

Communities will receive a share of up to £6m funding to boost local climate action. Acting Net Zero Secretary @GillianMSP confirmed the funding at a visit to @BuckieThistle which is being supported by Moray Climate Action Hub to cut emissions. bit.ly/4jtnGZw

We want to grow Scotland’s offshore wind sector to create a green, dynamic, prosperous nation, while balancing the needs of other users of the sea, communities and nature. Have your say on Scotland’s updated offshore wind planning framework. bit.ly/43DPnbW